Buy an eFootball Account
vs Starting Fresh in 2026
Starting fresh is free, keeps the account in your own name and stays within Konami's rules. Buying gets you a finished squad straight away, but costs money (a median asking price of $100 in October 2026), breaks Konami's Terms of Use and means trusting the previous owner. For most new players, starting fresh is the better choice; buying suits experienced mobile players who accept those trade-offs.
The Core Trade-Off in One Line
Starting fresh costs time. Buying costs money (most listings ask $55 to $210 in October 2026) and adds risks you do not control: Konami's terms and the previous owner. Which matters more is your call, but make it knowing both.
Head-to-Head Comparison
Every row is sourced from Konami's official text or live eFootball Market listings (7 October 2026).
What Starting Fresh Actually Involves
Konami does not publish how long it takes to build a strong squad, and we will not invent a month-by-month timeline. This is the path the official eFootball overview and FAQ describe.
Tutorial and Smart Assist
A step-by-step tutorial with practice matches teaches the controls and Dream Team basics. Smart Assist automates feints, pass targets and shot power if you want it.
Standard Player List and welcome rewards
Konami recommends the Standard Player List, where you can sign any player of your choice, using welcome rewards. GP from playing also signs players and managers.
Level Training and Progression Points
Players level up from matches and Level Training Programs. Each level gives Progression Points to spend, and you can reset them at any time.
Campaign Hub and Line Objectives
Line Objectives include missions for beginners and returning users. Login bonuses reset daily at 02:00 UTC.
eFootball League Divisions
Divisions run from 10 to 1. Each Phase lasts about 28 days, with First-Time Promotion, Phase and Ranking Rewards.
Development is where a fresh account catches up. In the game data dated March 2026, the median card's maximum rating is 17 points above its starting Overall; for example this Lionel Messi card starts at 82 and can reach 97. Only Trending cards cannot be developed. Our cheapest way to build a strong team guide covers the free routes in detail.
What Each Path Really Costs
No made-up spin odds or pound tiers: just Konami's rules on currencies and the live asking prices.
Buying also carries a risk that has no price tag. Konami's Terms of Use say Account IDs and passwords may not be sold, traded or transferred, and allow Konami to suspend or terminate accounts without refunds. Konami publishes no figures on how often this happens. Read can you get banned for buying an eFootball account before deciding.
Which Path Is Right for You?
Use these profiles to decide honestly which approach matches your situation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it better to buy an eFootball account or start fresh?
Starting fresh is free, keeps the account in your own name and stays within Konami's rules. Buying gives you a finished squad straight away, but costs money (a median asking price of $100 on eFootball Market in October 2026), breaks Konami's Terms of Use and means trusting the previous owner. If you enjoy building a team, start fresh; buy only if you understand and accept those trade-offs.
How long does it take to build a competitive team from scratch?
Konami does not publish a timeline, and it depends on how often you play, which events run and whether you spend. What is certain is how progress works: you sign players with GP and other rewards, players level up through matches and Level Training Programs, and Progression Points from levelling raise their stats.
How much does an eFootball account cost?
As of October 2026, the 77 accounts listed on eFootball Market ask a median of $100. The middle half ask between $55 and $210, with a range of $18 to $999. Team strength of listed accounts runs from 2,000 to 3,308. The eFootball account prices page has the live numbers.
Can I get banned for buying an eFootball account?
It is possible. Konami's Terms of Use say Account IDs and passwords may not be sold, traded or transferred, and allow Konami to suspend or terminate accounts that break the terms. Konami does not publish how often it does this. Escrow on eFootball Market protects your payment, not the account's standing with Konami.
What do new eFootball players get for free?
Konami recommends new players use their welcome rewards on the Standard Player List, where you can sign any player of your choice. Line Objectives in the Campaign Hub include missions for beginners and returning users, login bonuses reset daily at 02:00 UTC, and eFootball League pays First-Time Promotion, Phase and Ranking Rewards.
Can I move a bought mobile account to my PlayStation?
No. Konami's FAQ says data cannot be transferred between the mobile and console versions. Mobile data can move between iOS and Android with a KONAMI ID (without eFootball Coins), PS5 and PS4 share data through the same account, and Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Xbox on PC share data too.
Who should start fresh instead of buying?
Start fresh if you are new to eFootball and want to learn the game, if you enjoy signing and developing players, if you do not want to break Konami's terms, or if you play on console, since 76 of the 77 accounts listed in October 2026 were mobile accounts.